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Personal Portable Alarm System (PPAS) and Portable Alarm Locator System (PALS)
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PROCUREMENT OVERVIEW
The Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) is seeking industry feedback through a Request for Information (RFI) regarding the Personal Portable Alarm System (PPAS) and Portable Alarm Locator System (PALS). The objective is to identify potential solutions and alternative approaches to meet CSC’s requirements for alarm systems used in federal institutions. The RFI aims to solicit industry feedback on specific technical documentation and request supplier submissions, including technical specifications, pricing, and supporting information. This RFI is exploratory in nature and does not constitute a call for tender or a commitment to enter into a contract.
ISSUING ORGANIZATION
The issuing organization is the Correctional Service of Canada (CSC), located in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. The primary contact for this RFI is Stéphanie Gigoux, who can be reached via email at [email protected].
KEY DATES
- Posted Date: April 9, 2026
- Proposal Due Date: May 11, 2026, at 2 PM EST
- Anticipated Award Date: Not applicable, as this RFI does not lead to a contract.
CONTRACT DETAILS
This RFI does not pertain to a specific contract type or budget range, as it is not a call for proposals or tenders. There are no option years or contract values mentioned.
TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES
Bidders should demonstrate expertise in alarm systems, particularly in the context of personal portable alarms and locator systems. Familiarity with CSC’s technical specifications and installation standards for electronic security systems is essential.
DELIVERABLES AND PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
Respondents are expected to provide:
- Technical documentation detailing their proposed solutions.
- Pricing information.
- Supporting information that aligns with the specifications outlined in the RFI.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
As this is an RFI, there are no formal evaluation criteria or weighting provided. The responses will be assessed based on the relevance and quality of the information submitted in relation to CSC’s requirements.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
While not mandatory, bidders with experience in providing electronic security systems to governmental or correctional institutions may have a competitive advantage. Familiarity with the specifications outlined in the attached documents will also be beneficial.
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Personal Portable Alarm System (PPAS) and Portable Alarm Locator System (PALS) Trade agreement: Canadian Free Trade Agreement (CFTA), World Trade Organisation-Agreement on Government Procurement (WTO-AGP), Canada Ukraine Free-Trade Agreement (CUFTA), Canada Korea Trade Agreement (CKTA), Canada free trade agreements with Chile/Colombia/Honduras/Panama, Canada-Peru Free Trade Agreement, Canada-European Union Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) and Canada-United Kingdom Trade Continuity Agreement (Canada-UK TCA), Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP). Policy on Reciprocal Procurement: This solicitation is open only to Canadian suppliers and to Suppliers of an applicable trading partner. Competitive Procurement Strategy: not applicable. This is a Request for Information. Nature of this RFI: The Correctional Service Canada (CSC) is requesting Industry feedback regarding Personal Portable Alarm (PPA) and Portable Alarm Locator System (PALS) technology. The following is a summary of the objectives of this RFI. Objectives: To identify potential solutions and alternative approaches to meet CSC’s requirements, solicit industry feedback on Annex B of the RFI document, and request supplier submissions, including technical documentation, pricing, and supporting information. This RFI is neither a call for tender nor a Request for Proposal (RFP). No agreement or contract will be entered into based on this RFI. The issuance of this RFI is not to be considered in any way as a commitment by the Government of Canada, nor as authority to potential respondents to undertake any work that could be charged to Canada. This RFI is not to be considered as a commitment to issue a subsequent solicitation or award contract(s) for the work described herein. File Number: 21120-26-5352097 Contracting Authority: Stéphanie Gigoux Telephone number: (343) 574-3715 E-mail: [email protected] NOTE TO RESPONDENTS: Respondents can obtain the complete RFI document and any associated attachments by downloading it from Canada buys / tender opportunities website. Respondents may submit their response in either official language of Canada (English or French).
Additional Information
Source
canadabuys
Status
closed
Procurement Method
Non-competitive
Procurement Category
Goods
Regions of Opportunity
Canada
Regions of Delivery
Canada
Reference Number
cb-852-62402466
Amendment Number
001
Contracting Entity
Correctional Service of Canada (CSC)
Contact Name
Stéphanie Gigoux
Contact Email
Contact Phone
+13435743715
Contact Country
Canada
Organization City
Ottawa
Organization Province / State
Ontario
Organization Country
Canada
Last Updated
May 11, 2026
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